Typically, beetles burrow in older trees that are already dying or diseased, and kill them. But the bark beetle population is so great, they’re now able to attack and kill healthy trees.

Gardening Bark eaten at tree's base Published: Feb. 09, 2009, 12:59 p.m.

I’m usually opposed to both book destruction and the use of clichés but exceptions may have to be made for the new picture book from the Minnesota Historical Society, “How to Draw a Tree.” The book is ...

Brighten the winter garden-scape by planting shrubs and trees that have textured, colored bark Updated: Sep. 24, 2012, 6:00 p.m. | Published: Sep. 24, 2012, 5:00 p.m. By Marci Degman, The ...

Additionally, follow these instructions… Keep the tree healthy; mulch and supplemental watering during drought conditions. Trace the wound with a wood file and sharp knife, removing any loose bark to ...

At this season, one of the most important features of trees and shrubs really shines: bark. “In winter, with the leaves gone, it’s more exposed, and we can really see it,” says Kr… ...

The inner bark contains tubes that transfer food made by the leaves to the roots. Every time the grass is trimmed around a tree, little nicks are made in the bark.

Bark beetle infestation slows down tree growth early on Date: March 3, 2025 Source: University of Eastern Finland Summary: Bark beetle-infested spruce trees begin to dry out already before any ...